Missing principal found in hospital

Phillip du Plessis the principal of Sandringham High Schoo has been found in a hospital. Image: South African Teachers via Facebook

The Sandringham High School principal who went missing on July 4 was found on Friday in the Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital in Johannesburg.

Gauteng Department of Education spokesperson Steve Mabona said Phillip du Plessis was allegedly hit by a car in Brakpan on July 5 and rushed to the hospital some 30 kilometres away.

“He is in a critical but stable condition receiving necessary care in the ICU. We are happy that he was found and also wish him a speedy recovery. Our prayers are with him and his family during this difficult time.”